The bulk of the time, you can enter a building without changing the lock. When carried out by a skilled Locksmith, most locks, including uPVC and wooden locks, may be bypassed with relative ease using picking or other non-destructive entry procedures.

When hiring a locksmith, variables like the type of door and lock may impact the cost of any parts needed, and the price you may be charged will vary from business to business. For instance, because there are many lock standards, the price of a new lock for an uPVC door will vary depending on its size, brand, model, and level of protection. A brief summary of likely part costs is shown below.

The number of keys that each lock comes with varies, but you should anticipate receiving 2-3 new keys when a new door lock is installed by a professional Locksmith. Once more, it is important to double-check the key numbers with the locksmith in case you require more copies.

The majority of locksmith businesses accept payments made using cards and cash. While some locksmiths can only handle cash, some can only accept cards. Before to hiring a locksmith, make sure to enquire about the accepted forms of payment.